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There’s just something about competition that brings out the worst in some people.

Whether it’s a kids’ ball game, a school award or a beauty pageant, all too many times adults embarrass themselves in front of their children.

We sign our children up for sports teams so they can learn how to play the game from coaches. Then we yell directions from the sidelines ourselves and complain about the very people we have asked to teach our children sportsmanship and skills?

The Campbellsville/Taylor County Fourth of July Celebration will award $850 in prize money at the AutoSmart float contest during the annual Taylor County Bank parade on Saturday, July 4 in downtown Campbellsville.

First prize will receive $500, second $250 and third $100. All local school groups, churches, civic groups and youth organizations are encouraged to enter.

Floats should be patriotic and reflect this year's theme of "Honoring Those Who Fight for Our Freedom."

Campbellsville University summer classes are under way, but there is still time to register for one of the three remaining sessions.

The June term began June 1 and will continue through June 26; June/July term is June 1-July 24 and the July term is June 29-July 24.

"Summer classes are a wonderful way to get ahead in your academic career, take classes that are affordable and to take classes to help you progress in your major," said Dave Walters, vice president for admissions and student services.

The deadline to apply for a booth in the 33rd annual Campbellsville/Taylor County Fourth of July Celebration is Monday, June 15.

Booth spaces are available in five separate areas, including arts and crafts, Amazon.com food court, downtown marketplace, games and entertainment and an area specifically for local church, civic, school and nonprofit groups.

The cost for a 10x12 booth is $50. The cost for a food court booth is $150. Booth spaces are available in the downtown area and at Miller Park.

Lindsay Elizabeth Williams of Georgetown and David Allen Wayne of Lexington will exchange wedding vows on Saturday, June 20.

Williams is the daughter of Cheryl Williams of Campbellsville and the late Larry E. Williams. Her grandparents are Robert E. Newcomb and Russell E. and Betty Williams, all of Campbellsville, and the late Genevieve Newcomb.

She is a 2003 graduate of Taylor County High School and a 2007 graduate of the University of Kentucky. Williams is employed as an agriculture teacher by the Scott County Board of Education.